Licensed Practical Nurse​/LPN - Hospice - PRN

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN - Hospice - PRN

The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in planning, coordination and care of hospice patients in accordance with the patient's plan of care. The position provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the interdisciplinary team to help achieve positive care outcomes.

NOTE:

This hospice LPN position is PRN. Must have at least 40-50 hours of availability per month in the Portland area.

Estimated Hiring Range:

$33.98 - $41.53

Bonus Target:

Bonus - SIP Target, 5% Annual

• Provide direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act following a patient assessment and an approved plan of care initiated by the registered nurse. This position may be responsible for one or more of the following areas:
• Focused/limited nursing visits
• Telephonic triage
• Night/weekend coverage back up rotation as shared among the nursing team in case the primary nurse is off
• Other duties assigned by the Hospice Leadership
• Collaborate with hospice team members regarding patient care.
• Perform focused/limited nursing assessment, recognize signs and symptoms of end-stage medical conditions/illnesses and implements planned nursing and medical interventions as delegated by registered nurse/clinician.
• Perform duties in compliance with Medicare Condition of Participation.
• Responsible for gathering and reviewing documentation in the electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, and certification standards.
• Recognize signs and symptoms of common and routine medical conditions/illnesses, abnormal versus new/existing and implements planned nursing and medical interventions as delegated by registered nurse/clinician.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by patient's prescribing clinician. Evaluate patient's response to treatments/medications and notify hospice providers and/or registered nurses of concerns.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, or modification of the individualized patient's plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse/clinician.
• Provide health teaching/education and support to patients and caregivers related to end-of-life care needs.
• Assist with hospice chart auditing, as requested.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate nursing abilities and counseling in a hospice setting
• Practice within the scope of license, certification or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation
• Must have general computer skills and a working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records systems, MS office, Outlook, and the internet
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to tolerate and manage stress and grief
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
• Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
• Ability to work flexible hours, if needed
• Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks
• Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies and procedures
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
• Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions
• Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
• Ability to see, read, hear, and speak clearly for at least 6 hours/day
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 3-6 hours/day
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, climb stairs, bend, and/or pinch small objects for at least 3 hours/day
• Ability to operate a motorized vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions

Work Environment(s):
Indoor/Office Community Facilities/Security Outdoor Exposure

Member/Patient Facing:
No Telephonic In Person

Hazards:
May…